Kukui Nut Oil
Kukui nut oil has been cherished in Hawaii for generations, traditionally used to protect the skin from salt water, strong sun, and drying winds. Today it is valued worldwide as a lightweight, easily absorbed oil that supports skin hydration and comfort.
Gentle and versatile, kukui nut oil is well suited to sensitive skin and is a useful addition to moisturisers, serums, and hair care formulations. Its high content of essential fatty acids helps to soften and smooth the skin without leaving a greasy residue.
Key Points
- Traditionally used in Hawaii for skin protection against the elements
- Lightweight, fast-absorbing oil
- Rich in essential fatty acids (linoleic and linolenic acids)
- Said to help soften and smooth skin
- Suitable for most skin types, including sensitive
Common Name: Kukui Nut Oil
INCI: Aleurites moluccana nut oil
Certification: Conventional
Appearance: Pale yellow liquid
Plant Parts Used: Seeds/Nuts
Extraction Method: Expeller pressed
Refinement: Refined
Purity: 100%
Origin: Denmark
Usage Rate: Up to 100%
Typical Fatty Acid Profile:
Linoleic: 38 - 43%
Linolenic: 23 - 30%
Oleic: 17 - 26%
Palmitic: 6 - 8%
Stearic: 2 - 3%
Absorption Rate: Average
Skin Type Recommendation: Most skin types, including sensitive
All our products are for external use only.
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General Care, Safety & Storage Information:
- Go Native New Zealand specialise in skincare, cosmetic and aromatherapy ingredients. We are NOT licensed to sell food. This means our products are not food grade, for this reason we advise you not to use our products internally, or for culinary purposes
- Always follow product-specific notes or directions.
- Keep all products out of reach of pets and children.
- We recommend storing all products in a dark, damp-free, cool place at room temperature (unless stated otherwise).
- Keep your products away from direct sunlight.